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Protests

Bolivia plans cabinet shakeup amid protests, dismisses Colombian ambassador

Demonstrators take part in a march, which organizers have dubbed a \"defense of democracy,\" to rally against road blockades and what they call pressure measures used by protesters calling for the resignation of Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz, amid the country’s economic and fuel crisis, in La Paz, Bolivia, May 20, 2026. REUTERS/Claudia Morales
Demonstrators take part in a march, which organizers have dubbed a \"defense of democracy,\" to rally against road blockades and what they call pressure measures used by protesters calling for the resignation of Bolivia’s President Rodrigo Paz, amid the country’s economic and fuel crisis, in La Paz, Bolivia, May 20, 2026. REUTERS/Claudia Morales

US voices alarm over Bolivia unrest as protests spread nationwide

Starbucks Korea head fired after ‘Tank Day’ promotion sparks public uproar

Starbucks Korea apologised after its promotion used inappropriate marketing recalling a 1980s protest.
Starbucks Korea apologised after its promotion used inappropriate marketing recalling a 1980s protest.

Mass protests over Eurovision vote prompt resignation of Moldovan Radio/TV head

Mexico's Sheinbaum vows to head off teachers' strike before World Cup

Hong Kong court hears closing arguments in Tiananmen activists’ trial

Barricade set up outside Hong Kong's West Kowloon Law Courts Building, sitting as the High Court, ahead of scheduled closing submissions.
Barricade set up outside Hong Kong's West Kowloon Law Courts Building, sitting as the High Court, ahead of scheduled closing submissions.

British police detail arrests after far-right rally, counter-demo

Pprotesters hold flags during a "Unite the Kingdom" rally organised by British anti-immigration activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, in London on May 16, 2026.
Pprotesters hold flags during a "Unite the Kingdom" rally organised by British anti-immigration activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, in London on May 16, 2026.

Tens of thousands march in London in separate immigration, pro‑Palestinian protests

Supporters of British far-right activist Tommy Robinson watch the speeches on screens after taking part in a march organised by Unite The Kingdom, in central London on May 16.
Supporters of British far-right activist Tommy Robinson watch the speeches on screens after taking part in a march organised by Unite The Kingdom, in central London on May 16.

Tens of thousands turn up for far-right rally and counter demonstration in London

Police officers stand guard as protesters gather for the "Unite the Kingdom" rally, organised by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, in London on May 16.
Police officers stand guard as protesters gather for the "Unite the Kingdom" rally, organised by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, in London on May 16.

London police brace themselves for big far-right rally, counter-demo

Far-right activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, known as Tommy Robinson, drew over 150,000 people into central London to a rally in 2025.
Far-right activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, known as Tommy Robinson, drew over 150,000 people into central London to a rally in 2025.

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MDDI (P) 046/10/2025. Published by SPH Media Limited, Co. Regn. No.202120748H. Copyright © 2026 SPH Media Limited. All rights reserved.